Posting Number | G/R24735P |
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Working Title | Post-Doctoral Associate - AI Breeding |
Department | CAES-Applied Genetic Tech Ctr |
About the University of Georgia | Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. |
About the College/Unit/Department | College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences |
College/Unit/Department website | https://www.caes.uga.edu/ |
Employment Type | Employee |
Additional Schedule Information | M-F 8AM-5PM. Some weekends and nights for travel during peak seasons. |
Advertised Salary | Commensurate with Experience |
Anticipated Start Date | 08/01/2024 |
Posting Date | 03/06/2024 |
Closing Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Special Instructions to Applicants | |
Location of Vacancy | Athens Area |
EOO Statement | The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
Duties/Responsibilities | Conduct original research in the field of artificial intelligence, specifically focusing on predictive plant breeding. |
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Percentage of time | 25 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Develop innovative algorithms, models, and techniques to tackle complex challenges in product design for plant breeding. |
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Percentage of time | 20 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to integrate AI solutions into practical applications within the field of plant breeding. |
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Percentage of time | 20 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Design a user-friendly interface to support AI plant breeding efforts. |
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Percentage of time | 20 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Publish research findings in esteemed conferences and journals. |
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Percentage of time | 10 |
Duties/Responsibilities | Remain up-to-date with the latest advancements in AI research and actively contribute to the intellectual environment of the research group. |
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Percentage of time | 5 |